James Gilchrist Swan Papers 1833-1909

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James Gilchrist Swan Papers 1833-1909

http://nwda.orbiscascade.org/ark:/80444/xv77646

Diaries, letters, writings, and other records of a Washington pioneer, lawyer, historian, and authority on Northwest Indians.

3.42 cubic feet; 13 boxes, 1 vertical file

eng,

University of Washington Libraries Special Collections

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SNAC Resource ID: 6378303

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